
##When Youre Staying In
New Years Eve not your thing, or just feel tired out from all of its grand expectations? The night the ball drops is a perfect time to forego FOMO, watch Ryan Seacrest on TV, and perform a bit of self-care. After all, youve accomplished great things this yearso sit back, settle in, and get ready to pamper yourself.

FOR YOUR HAIR:
Wash off the day (and all of 2018) in the shower, where youll apply amikas Soulfood Nourishing Mask to your hair after shampooing. It fights split ends and dryness with sea buckthorn berry and jojoba oil, so during the 5-10 minutes it soaks in youll be both repairing damage and intensely hydrating.

FOR YOUR BODY:
Next, draw yourself a bath (were going for full-on relaxation mode here, so really soak in this step). Add some Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Milk Bath Soak to the water just before you get in and breathe in its intoxicating scent (its made with coconut and vanilla, so its hydrating, too). After hopping out and lightly drying off, apply a generous layer of Avnes Moisturizing Melt-In Balm. Its decadent texture will soften your skin and lock in the moisture from the bath soak even further.

FOR YOUR SKIN:
You have the whole night ahead of you, so take some time for the Huxley Secret of Sahara Mask: Oil and Extractitll be worth it. First, fold the oil pouch until it bursts and moistens the sheet mask, which you can then apply to your skin. Both are infused with prickly pear cactus extract, which makes your skin plump and radiant and (bonus!) helps the next products absorb better. Plop in front of the TV or behind a book and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. After, give a nod to the hour by patting on some Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrateyour skin repairs itself naturally at night, and this serum infuses it with nourishing botanicals to create a smoother, more hydrated complexion. As a final step, do as the beauty editors do by using Sunday Rileys Juno Antioxidant + Superfood Face Oil. Spread the soothing blend of cold-pressed superfood seed oils, vitamins A and C, essential amino acids, and omegas 3, 6, and 9 over your face to give it long-lasting moisture and anti-aging benefits.


##When Youre Heading Out
Youre trying to find the perfect balance between a quiet night in and a night on the town. Maybe you planned drinks with friends, or an intimate dinner with someone special. We have a low-key routine that will make you feel put together but not over the top.

FOR YOUR HAIR:
Start by styling some loose curls into your hair with the easy-to-use Beachwaver S1, which does the manual labor for you by mechanically turning to curl each section of your hair. Then, flip your hair over and mist Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray all over or just wherever you want more body. Dont skip this partits where the magic really happens, and youll be getting compliments on your hair all night.

FOR MAKEUP:
Go for a no-makeup makeup look with just the tiniest bit of oomph. Start by blending Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm SPF 45 all over. Next, dab color onto your lips, cheeks, eyes, and the high points of your face with the all-in-one Love of Color Glow Squad Quad, which has three highlighter shades that double as eyeshadow as well as a lip and cheek tint. Fill in your brows with the tiny, hair-like strokes of the BBB London Ultra Slim Brow Definer for extra fullness. Finish by curling your lashes and swiping on a few coats of Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Super-Curling & Lifting Mascara so you look wide awake, even if you dont feel it.

FOR YOUR BODY:
Finish with a spritz of TOCCA Maya, which blend notes of sweet violet leaf and black currant for a floral scent that your companions will remember.


##When Youre Going All Out
Its New Years Eve, and youre not letting it get away from you without going full-on glam: done-up hair, glittery eyes, and your best dress included. Whatever going all out means for you, you need a look (ahem: this one) to match so you can feel your most confident throughout the night.

FOR MAKEUP:
Dampen a beautyblender and dab it onto your face to seamlessly blend in your foundation of choice. You want your skin dewy tonight so it looks dimensional (and can catch the reflection of the disco ball). Lightly dust Wander Beauty Wanderlust Powder Foundation all over to hide any stubborn blemishes and set your foundation. Next, apply your shadows of choice from the MAC Cosmetics Girls Palette in Power Hungry to your lids using your fingers or an eyeshadow brush, then dust the included highlighter on the high points of your face and the inner corners of your eyes. Heres where it gets fun: Pick one of the three shades in the Stila Cosmetics 3D Dazzle Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow Set and swipe it over your eyeshadow. This not only adds drama, but youll stand out in the crowd of other revelers. To make your eyes pop even more, define your brows with Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow+ Volumizing Eyebrow Gel and amplify your lashes with their BADgal BANG! Bigger, Badder, Volumizing Mascara. Choose a lip color that makes you feel confident, and top it with one of the shades from the Love of Color Luminous Lip Shine Trio so it shines. Voil!

FOR YOUR HAIR:
This is your night, so style your hair however you fancy(or go for a dramatic updo). You want your creation to last the whole night through, so whatever you do, set it with R+Co VICIOUS Strong Hold Flexible Hairspray, which delivers hold without the crunch.

FOR YOUR BODY:
Theres no better fragrance to top off your look before you head out than Proenza Schouler Arizona. The floral scent balances notes of white cactus flower with musk, which is rich and noticeable without being too overbearing. Spritz, go out, and prosper!

Whether youre staying in, going out, or going *all* out, here are the products you need to prep for the best. night. ever.

New Years Eve is the perfect night to reminisce on the past year with friends and familyand no matter how you plan to do that, we have the beauty recommendations to get the most out of your look. Whether youre sitting on the couch with a mask on (and a bathrobe to boot), sitting down for a casual dinner, or not sitting at all (dance party, anyone?), follow the makeup, hair, and skin routines below to prep for your night of celebration.

Step-by-Step Beauty for 3 Different New Years Eve Plans

Smoky eyes are a staple of evening makeup looksconstantly reinvented and never boring. But lots of tutorials make this look seem way harder than it has to be. Heres the easiest way to get a smoky eye with minimal products. Heres what you need: a dark shadow stick, one eye shadow, eyeliner, and mascara. An eyelid primer will also help keep your look on all night long.

Steps:  

1.	Apply eyelid primer all over lid 

2.	Apply shadow stick up to crease and blend with a flat brush 

3.	Use a fluffy brush to blend a light shadow in your crease 

4.	Apply eyeliner on top and bottom lashes 

5.	Curl lashes and apply mascara

Shop this video: 

Benefit Cosmetics Air Patrol BB Cream Eyelid Primer 

Jouer Crme Eyeshadow Crayon in Renaissance  

Smashbox Cosmetics On The Rocks Photo Op Eye Shadow Palette 

Marcelle Forever Sharp Eyeliner 

Tweezerman Procurl Lash Curler 

Smashbox Cosmetics Full Exposure Mascara

This video is part of our Beauty Essentials series, where we provide the building blocks of beauty routines from basic to advanced. With our step-by-step tutorials, you'll learn the skills you need to master the looks you want.

Master the smoky eye in minutes with our easiest eye makeup tutorial yet. 

This bold eye makeup tutorial combines gold and navy shades for a look that's both glamorous and sophisticated, and looks great with pink lip gloss.

When worn with low-key nude lipstick, the eyes take center stage in this rose gold look. Pair it with a shiny top for maximum shimmying potential.

Brows were huge in 2015 and we don't see them losing steam in 2016. Try this dramatic look that pairs a bold brow and deep berry lip to add a splash of drama to any ensemble you wear.

Playing with colorful shadows doesn't have to be intimidating. Step one: Watch our video on how to apply eye shadow. Step two: Reach for the (very shimmery) stars by following along with Birchbox staffer Courtney to create this gold and emerald eye look.

Don't feel like going all-out this year? This easy tutorial by makeup artist Nam Vo pairs metallic shadow, a brown cat eye, and beige lipstick for a look that's toned-down enough for your friend's annual house party without losing the holiday's celebratory vibe.

Cant decide between a colorful eye and bright lip? Do both! Follow along as Juliette preps for the Birchbox holiday party with samples from her November and December Birchboxes.

Dress up your bob with this flowing waterfall braid, which works anywhere the night may take youand looks gorgeous on any hair length.

Want to look like an Angel while you break it down to "Hotline Bling"? Celebrity hairstylist Sarah Potempa shows how to get gorgeous, Adriana Lima-style volume with a curling wand in this quick tutorialuse extra hairspray if you plan on dancing all night!

Ringing in a New Year doesn't mean you can't turn back the clock. Pair these soft, simple-yet-stunning waves with a killer red lipstick to look like you came straight out of an Old Hollywood classic.

Party like it's 1965 with this big, bold Brigitte Bardot-inspired bouffant. This fun, timeless style will steal the spotlight when you wear it with serious winged liner.

Staying in? Partying hard? No matter what you have planned, you'll want try at least one these fun New Year's makeup and hairstyle ideas.



How does the saying goout with the old, in with the *glam?* Whether youre hosting a party at home or sipping cocktails at the bar this New Year's Eve, youll want to say [Hello](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQHsXMglC9A) to 2016 with one of these stunning looks. Or combine a few of them: Pair a Brigitte Bardot bouffant with two-toned liner, or soft waves with bold brows and berry lips. Regardless of how you want to celebrate, these festive (and easy) makeup and hairstyle tutorials guarantee you'll look gorgeous ringing in the new year.

Ring in the New Year with These 10 Party-Ready Beauty Looks

It's almost New Year's Eve, which means you've probably already figured where you're going to ring in 2016but you might not have decided how you're going to do your makeup for the big night. In this video, Juliette shows you how to get this glamorous, and (very important!) long-lasting makeup look using stay-put products by Coastal Scents, stila, Benefit, and LOC. Follow along to recreate the look on yourself, then prepare to dance long after the ball drops.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz

LOC One & Done Shadow Stick - On Point

Coastal Scents Style Eyes Palette - Formal Eyes

stila stay all day waterproof liquid eye liner

Smashbox Cosmetics Always Sharp Waterproof Kohl Liner

Benefit They're Real! Lengthening Mascara

Benefit Roller Lash Super-Curling & Lifting Mascara

Jouer Mineral Powder Blush

LOC Vibrant Matte Lipstick in First Kiss

Sigma Beauty E55 - Eye Shading Brush

Sigma Beauty E40 - Tapered Blending Brush

Sigma Beauty E58 - Cream Color Brush

Sigma Beauty E65 - Small Angle Brush

Sigma Beauty F15 - Duo Fibre Powder/Blush

Follow this tutorial to create a glamorous New Year's Eve makeup look, complete with shimmery rose gold eye shadow and matte, nude lipstick.


New Year's Eve Makeup: Rose Gold Shadow and Nude Lips

Already mastered the regular fishtail braid? Try the reverse version! A reverse fishtail braid is an easy way to add a new braid into your hairstyling routine without having to completely re-learn a lot of complicated steps. If you're already familiar with the technique for creating a regular fishtail braid this will be breeze: Instead of crossing small sections of hair over to meet the other side, simply cross them under. Watch this tutorial to learn how to create a textured reverse fishtail braid.

amika Un.Done Texture Spray

Spornette Luxury Cushion 

PARLOR by Jeff Chastain Flexible Hold Hairspray

R+Co BADLANDS Dry Shampoo Paste

Want to switch up your regular fishtail braid? This a simple and stylish way to do it. 

Sophia Loren, Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, and you: Masters of the cat eyeafter you watch this video, that is. Liquid liner can seem messy and intimidating, but trust us, beginners, our cat eye tricks will have even the most accident-prone makeup novice sporting her best Audrey Hepburn look on the daily.

We used Cynthia Rowley Beautys Liquid Liner to create a smooth, even line. We used a light brown shadow from Smashboxs Full Exposure Palette to create perfect wing.

New to using liquid liner? Learn how to apply liquid eyeliner like a pro in just a few minutes. Are you a master of the classic cat eye? Try our double winged eyeliner tutorial.

Perfecting the cat eye is easier than it seemsfollow our simple tips for this glam look anytime. 

Were not overstating when we say that liquid lipstick is one of our all-time favorite beauty innovations. The formulas, particularly stilas Stay All Day Liquid Lipsticks, are creamy and glide on smoothly but dry to a gorgeous matte finish and really do stay put. Best of all, theres no reapplication necessary, even after eating or drinking. Just keep in mind that applying liquid lipstick does require a bit of finesse, especially if youre only used to applying lipstick from a tube. Watch the video to learn tips for getting a precise lip (and fixing any imprecisions) and keeping it on all day.

Learn how to apply liquid lipstick like a pro for a bold lip that lasts all day.  

If you have naturally thin brows, you can still get a bold look with a brow powder and brow gel.

Benefit Cosmetics Brow Zings help fill in and define your brows, while Gimme Brow adds volume and keeps brow powder in place throughout the day. In order to really make your brows stand out, use a little bit of High Brow under the arch for a highlight.

Brow technique feeling a little rusty? Learn how to fill in your brows with brow powder like a pro.

Take your thin brows up a notch with a little help from Benefit.

For the April 2015 Birchbox, we teamed up with AMC to celebrate the final episodes of Mad Men! Earlier this month, our social media manager Juliette got to go to Los Angeles for the premiere (and see all the stars from the show on the red carpet!). Watch her tutorial for the glam '60s-inspired makeup that she wore to the premiere. It's a modern-day Betty Draper-meets-Twiggy look, and gorgeous for a fancy event.

Don't forget to tune in to the final episodes of Mad Men on Sundays at 10/9 CST on AMC!

After you watch this video, learn how to get Juliettes bouffant hairstyle here.

Learn how to apply highlighter for a luminous face.

Get the step-by-step instructions for this gorgeous retro makeup look.

Glam 60s-Inspired Smokey Eye Makeup Tutorial

Adding extra definition to your look can make all the difference. And one of the easiest ways to do that is with a highlighter. Our pick: Cynthia Rowley Beauty Brightening Illuminator, which gives you a dewy glow without overdoing it, and makes highlighting a breeze with its built-in brush applicator.

Limited-time offer: Buy this or any other Cynthia Rowley Beauty product on Birchbox.com, and youll get a free sample of Cynthia Rowley Beautys Creamy Lip Stain in Poppy, while supplies last. Watch the video to find out how!

Learn how to make your features pop with an overall luminous glow.

7 Ways to Apply Highlighter For a Luminous Face

Weve always said: The more makeup we can get our hands on, the better. But trying to buy a million different shades and styles of eye shadow gets really pricey, really fast. Smashbox Cosmetics solves that dilemma with their new Double Exposure Palette. It might look like it has 14 shades, but when you wet your brush, each color transforms, making colors more vibrant, adding shimmer, or even turning them metallicthats like getting 28 eye shadows! Which is more than enough to create a ton of looks (like this gorgeous golden plum eye look)without having to amass enough makeup to outfit a small, albeit stylish, army.

To learn more about the Double Exposure #CHANGESOMETHING campaign visit Smashboxs Double Exposure site, where you can create your own double exposure photos and more!

Get this golden plum eye look with Smashbox Cosmetics new Double Exposure Palette.

One of our favorite things about date night (company aside, of course) is the excuse to go all out and look our best. In this video, Birchbox staffer Juliette walks you through how to get a romantic night-out look, with soft colors, swoon-worthy eye makeup, and just the right touch of shimmer.

Prep for Valentines Day (or any evening with your special someone) with this softly shimmery date-night tutorial.

Step-by-Step Beauty for 3 Different New Years Eve Plans

How to Get an Easy Smoky Eye

Ring in the New Year with These 10 Party-Ready Beauty Looks

New Year's Eve Makeup: Rose Gold Shadow and Nude Lips

How To: Reverse Fishtail Braid

Cat Eye: How to Video

How to Apply Liquid Lipstick

Bold Brow Tutorial For Thin Eyebrows

Glam 60s-Inspired Smokey Eye Makeup Tutorial

7 Ways to Apply Highlighter For a Luminous Face

How to: Golden Plum Eye Makeup Tutorial

Romantic Date-Night Makeup Tutorial